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• Norbert weakens to tropical storm over Mexico 10/12/2008, 7:06 a.m. CDT
• Hurricane Norbert weakens, nears Mexico mainland 10/11/2008, 11:38 p.m. CDT
• Hurricane Norbert slams into Mexico's Baja coast 10/11/2008, 5:02 p.m. CDT
500 Katrina cottages will be built by this time next year, LRA official says
by Bill Barrow, The Times-Picayune
Wednesday October 08, 2008, 8:59 AM
BATON ROUGE -- A top Louisiana Recovery Authority official promised lawmakers Tuesday that the state will be able to build the planned 500 Louisiana cottages by the September 2009 deadline set for the federal hurricane recovery housing program that started in 2006.
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View commentsMarco dissipating over Mexico
by NOLA.com
Tuesday October 07, 2008, 10:02 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
At 10 p.m., the poorly-defined center of Tropical Depression Marco was located near latitude 20.0 north, longitude 97.5 west, about 70 miles south of Tuxpan, Mexico and about 100 miles west-northwest of Veracruz, Mexico.
The depression is moving toward the west near 5 mph, and the system should continue to move slowly westward and farther inland.
Maximum sustained winds are near 25 mph with higher gusts. Marco should dissipate over the high terrain of Mexico overnight.
Marco weakens to tropical depression
by NOLA.com
Tuesday October 07, 2008, 3:43 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
At 4 p.m., the government of Mexico has discontinued all warnings for Mexico.
At 4 p.m., the center of Tropical Depression Marco was located near latitude 19.9 north, longitude 97.1 west, about 80 miles south-southeast of tuxpan Mexico and about 75 miles northwest of Veracruz, Mexico.
Marco weakens as it continues inland over Mexico
by Naitonal Hurricane Center
Tuesday October 07, 2008, 12:54 PM
At 1 p.m., the center of Tropical Storm Marco was located near latitude 19.9 N, longitude 96.9 W. This position is just inland of the coast of Central Mexico and about 80 miles south-southeast of Tuxpan and about 70 miles northwest of Veracruz.
Marco is moving toward the west near 6 mph. A westward or west-northwestward motion is expected today and tonight. On the forecast track, Marco will move farther inland over Central Mexico.
Marco makes landfall on coast of Mexico
by National Hurricane Center
Tuesday October 07, 2008, 9:52 AM
At 10 a.m., the center of Tropical Storm Marco was located near latitude 19.9 N, longitude 96.6 W. This position is just inland of the coast of Central Mexico and about 80 miles, south-southeast of Tuxpan and about 55 miles, north-northwest of Veracruz.
Marco is moving toward the west near 8 mph. A westward or west-northwestward motion is expected later today and tonight. On the forecast track, Marco will be moving farther inland over Mexico today and tonight.
Tropical Storm Marco expected to make landfall later today
by National Hurricane Center
Tuesday October 07, 2008, 7:20 AM
Tropical Storm Marco is expected to make landfall later today.
At 7 a.m. the center of Tropical Storm Marco was located about 80 miles southeast of Tuxpan, Mexico.
Tropical Storm Marco should hit Mexico later today
by National Hurricane Center
Tuesday October 07, 2008, 6:40 AM
Tropical Storm Marco is nearing the coast of Mexico and should make landfall later today.
At 4 a.m. the center of Tropical Storm Marco was located about 105 miles southeast of Tuxpan, Mexico.
Marco moving steadily toward east coast of Mexico
by NOLA.com
Monday October 06, 2008, 10:39 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
A hurricane watch is in effect for the Gulf coast of Mexico from Cabo Rojo southward to Veracruz. A hurricane watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area, in this case within the next 24 hours.
Tropical Storm Marco drifts towards Mexico
by NOLA.com
Monday October 06, 2008, 7:48 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
Tropical Storm Marco is moving toward the west-northwest near 7 mph, and this general motion is expected to continue for the next day or so. On the forecast track, the center will be near the coast of Mexico within the warning area late tonight or early Tuesday.
Maximum sustained winds remain near 65 mph with higher gusts. Some strengthening is forecast during the next 24 hours, and Marco could approach hurricane strength as he nears the coast.
Marco is a small tropical cyclone. Tropical storm force winds only extend outward up to 30 miles from the center.
Marco is expected to produce total rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches with maximum amounts of 6 inches possible across the southern Mexican states of Veracruz, Northern Oaxaca, and Tabasco.
Scalise collects cash with Cheney appearance
by Sheila Grissett and Mary Sparacello, The Times-Picayune
Monday October 06, 2008, 6:03 PM
U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise talks to Vice President Dick Cheney on the tarmac at Louis Armstrong International Airport this morning. Cheney flew here from Washington to speak at a campaign fund-raiser for Scalise's re-election.
Vice President Dick Cheney flew into town Monday to headline a political fundraiser for U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise, the Jefferson Republican hoping to win his first full term as 1st District congressman on Nov. 4.
Continue reading "Scalise collects cash with Cheney appearance" »Bay of Campeche depression strengthens into Tropical Storm Marco
by National Hurricane Center
Monday October 06, 2008, 3:53 PM
At 4:00 p.m. CDT the government of Mexico has issued a hurricane watch for the Gulf Coast of Mexico from Cabo Rojo southward to Veracruz. A hurricane watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area, in this case within the next 24 hours.
At 4:00 p.m. CDT the tropical storm warning has been extended northward to Cabo Rojo. A tropical storm warning is now in effect for the Gulf Coast of Mexico from Cabo Rojo southward to Punta el Lagarto. A tropical storm warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected within the warning area within the next 24 hours.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Reports from an Air Force hurricane hunter aircraft indicate that Tropical Depression 13 has strengthened, and is now a tropical storm.
Tropical Depression 13 continuing west-northwestward
by National Hurricane Center
Monday October 06, 2008, 12:59 PM
A tropical storm warning remains in effect for the gulf coast of Mexico from Tuxpan southward to Punta el Lagarto. A tropical storm warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected within the warning area within the next 24 hours.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Tropical Depression 13 forms in southwestern Gulf; no threat to Louisiana
by Mark Schleifstein, The Times-Picayune
Monday October 06, 2008, 10:01 AM
Satellite imagery of thunderstorms formed in a low pressure system in the Bay of Campeche in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico indicates the formation of the 13th tropical depression of the Atlantic hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center announced this morning.
Continue reading "Tropical Depression 13 forms in southwestern Gulf; no threat to Louisiana" »New tropical depression forms in Bay of Campeche
by National Hurricane Center
Monday October 06, 2008, 9:55 AM
At 10 a.m., the government of Mexico has issued a tropical storm warning for the Gulf Coast of Mexico from Tuxpan southward to Punta el Lagarto as the season's thirteenth named storm forms off the Mexican Coast.
The center of Tropical Depression 13 was located near latitude 19.0 N, longitude 94.1 W, or about 140 miles east of Veracruz, Mexico.
Storm recovery series continues at UNO
by The Times-Picayune
Saturday October 04, 2008, 11:49 AM
A clearinghouse for rebuilding information at the University of New Orleans will present a seminar titled "Foundations for Louisiana Homes" on Tuesday.
Continue reading "Storm recovery series continues at UNO" »SBA opens centers for Ike victims
by The Times-Picayune
Wednesday October 01, 2008, 4:28 PM
The U.S. Small Business Administration is operating five disaster recovery centers in the New Orleans area to offer services to businesses impacted by Hurricane Ike.
Laura loses tropical characteristics over cold waters
by National Hurricane Center
Wednesday October 01, 2008, 9:51 AM
At 10 a.m., the center of Laura was located near latitude 46.5 N, longitude 46.5 W or about 315 miles east of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura is moving toward the north-northeast near 18 mph. A turn to the northeast is expected within the next 24 hours followed by a turn to the east.
Tropical Storm Laura weakens over the north Atlantic
by National Hurricane Center
Wednesday October 01, 2008, 6:10 AM
Tropical Storm Laura is weakening over the cold north Atlantic Ocean waters.
At 4 a.m. the center of Tropical Storm Laura was located about 295 miles east-southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura still weakening
by NOLA.com
Tuesday September 30, 2008, 9:41 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
At 10 p.m. the center of Tropical Storm Laura was located near latitude 43.6 north, longitude 48.0 west, about 330 miles southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura is moving toward the north-northeast near 16 mph, and this general motion with an increase in forward speed is expected to continue on Wednesday.
Maximum sustained winds are near 50 mph with higher gusts. Laura is forecast to become extratropical during the next 6 to 12 hours.
Tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 230 miles from the center.
Laura expected to become extratropical soon
by NOLA.com
Tuesday September 30, 2008, 3:41 PM
Information from NOLA.com
At 4 p.m., the center of Tropical Storm Laura was located near latitude 42.3 north, longitude 48.6 west, about 375 miles southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura is moving toward the north near 14 mph. A turn toward the north-northeast with an increase in forward speed is expected to begin tonight.
Laura becomes tropical, but not for long
by National Hurricane Center
Tuesday September 30, 2008, 9:58 AM
At 10 a.m., the center of Tropical Storm Laura was located near latitude 41.2 N, longitude 48.8 W or about 435 miles south-southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura is moving toward the north near 13 mph, 20 km/hr. Laura continues to accelerate, and a turn to the north-northeast is expected tonight or Wednesday.
STS Laura heads toward Canada
by National Hurricane Center
Tuesday September 30, 2008, 6:12 AM
Subtropical Storm Laura is moving north toward the colder waters of the north Atlantic Ocean.
At 4 a.m. the center of Subtropical Storm Laura was located about 485 miles south-southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura turns northward
by NOLA.com
Monday September 29, 2008, 10:05 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
At 10 p.m., the center of subtropical storm Laura was located near latitude 39.0 north, longitude 48.4 west, about 585 miles south-southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
The storm is moving toward the north near 9 mph. A turn to the north-northeast with an increase in forward speed is expected over the next day or two.
Pre-k class helps boost enrollment at Jewish Day School in Metairie
by Barri Bronston, The Times-Picayune
Monday September 29, 2008, 4:50 PM
From left, Stevie Graffeo, Elyon Topolosky and Ethan Taylor dine on apple and honey as the pre-k class at the New Orleans Jewish Day School in Metairie marks the start of Rosh Hashana Monday.As Heidi Vizelberg, a prekindergarten teacher at the New Orleans Jewish Day School in Metairie, pared apples Monday in preparation for Rosh Hashana, she engaged her students in a lesson on the fruit itself.
"Who can tell me what this is called?" Vizelberg asked, pointing to the outside of an apple.
"The skin," said one student.
"And what part is this," Vizelberg asked.
"The stem," said another student.
Continue reading "Pre-k class helps boost enrollment at Jewish Day School in Metairie" »Laura beginning to transition to a tropical storm
by National Hurricane Center
Monday September 29, 2008, 3:44 PM
At 4:00 p.m. CDT the center of subtropical storm Laura was located near latitude 38.3 north, longitude 48.4 west or about 630 miles south-southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura is moving toward the north-northwest near 9 mph. A turn toward the north then north-northeast with an increase in forward speed is expected during the next couple of days.
Laura looking a little more tropical
by National Hurricane Center
Monday September 29, 2008, 9:48 AM
At 10 a.m., the center of Subtropical Storm Laura was located near latitude 37.4 N, longitude 47.8 W or about 695 miles south-southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.
Laura is moving toward the west-northwest near 8 mph. A turn toward the northwest and then north-northwest is expected later today. A north then north-northeast motion with an increase in forward speed is expected on Tuesday.
Subtropical Storm Laura forms in the central Atlantic
by National Hurricane Center
Monday September 29, 2008, 6:08 AM
Subtropical Storm Laura has formed over the north central Atlantic Ocean.
At 4 a.m. the center of STS Laura was located about 1,015 miles west of Fayal Island in the western Azores.
Kyle headed for Nova Scotia and New Brunswick
by National Hurricane Center
Sunday September 28, 2008, 1:18 PM
At 1:00 p.m. CDT the hurricane watch for Maine is discontinued. A tropical storm warning remains in effect from Stonington eastward to eastport Maine.
At 1:00 p.m. CDT, the government of Canada has issued a hurricane warning for the counties of Digby, Yarmouth, and Shelburne in southwestern Nova Scotia.
A tropical storm warning is in effect for southern New Brunswick, Canada and the remainder of southwestern Nova Scotia.
A tropical storm watch is in effect for the remainder of Nova Scotia.
Interests elsewhere in the Canadian Maritimes should monitor the progress of Kyle.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Kyle headed for Nova Scotia and New Brunswick
by National Hurricane Center
Sunday September 28, 2008, 11:40 AM
At 10:00 a.m. CDT all watches and warnings west of stonington Maine are discontinued. A tropical storm warning and a hurricane watch remain in effect from Stonington eastward to eastport Maine. A hurricane watch is also in effect for southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada.
A tropical storm warning is in effect for southern New Brunswick, Canada and southwestern Nova Scotia.
A tropical storm watch is in effect for the remainder of Nova Scotia.
Interests elsewhere in the Canadian Maritimes should monitor the progress of Kyle.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Kyle strengthens a little but is approaching colder waters
by National Hurricane Center
Sunday September 28, 2008, 7:04 AM
A hurricane watch remains in effect for the coast of Maine from Stonington eastward to Eastport. A hurricane watch is also in effect for southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada.
A tropical storm warning is in effect along the coast of Maine from Port Clyde eastward to Eastport. A tropical storm warning is also in effect for southern New Brunswick, Canada and southwestern Nova Scotia.
A tropical storm watch is in effect for the coast of Maine south of Port Clyde to Cape Elizabeth, including the Portland area. A tropical storm watch is also in effect for the remainder of Nova Scotia.
Interests elsewhere in New England and the Canadian Maritimes should monitor the progress of Kyle.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Kyle heading towards nova scotia and the gulf of Maine
by National Hurricane Center
Sunday September 28, 2008, 6:52 AM
A hurricane watch remains in effect for the coast of Maine from Stonington eastward to Eastport. A hurricane watch is also in effect for southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada.
A tropical storm warning is in effect along the coast of Maine from Port Clyde eastward to Eastport. A tropical storm warning is also in effect for southern New Brunswick, Canada and southwestern Nova Scotia.
A tropical storm watch is in effect for the coast of Maine south of Port Clyde to Cape Elizabeth, including the Portland area. A tropical storm watch is also in effect for the remainder of Nova Scotia.
Interests elsewhere in New England and the Canadian Maritimes should monitor the progress of Kyle.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Kyle racing northward toward the gulf of Maine
by National Hurricane Center
Sunday September 28, 2008, 6:48 AM
A hurricane watch is in effect for the coast of Maine from Stonington eastward to Eastport. A hurricane watch is also in effect for southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada.
A tropical storm warning remains in effect along the coast of Maine from port clyde eastward to eastport. A tropical storm warning is also in effect for southern new brunswick canada and southwestern nova scotia.
A tropical storm watch remains in effect for the coast of Maine south of Port Clyde to Cape Elizabeth, including the Portland area. A tropical storm watch is also in effect for the remainder of Nova Scotia.
Interests elsewhere in New England and the Canadian Maritimes should monitor the progress of of Kyle.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Storm rages over city's Gustav response
by Gordon Russell, The Times-Picayune
Saturday September 27, 2008, 10:49 PM
Six days after Hurricane Gustav's winds died down, dozens of regulars bellied up to the bar at Bruno's in Uptown New Orleans, enjoying air conditioning, football and the feel of normal life returning.
Kyle heading northward with little change in strength
by NOLA.com
Saturday September 27, 2008, 10:04 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
At 10 p.m., the government of Canada has issued a tropical storm warning for southern New Brunswick. A tropical storm warning is also in effect for southwestern Nova Scotia.
A tropical storm warning remains in effect along the coast of Maine, from Port Clyde eastward to Eastport.
Continue reading "Kyle heading northward with little change in strength" »Hurricane Kyle heads towards New England
by NOLA.com
Saturday September 27, 2008, 7:36 PM
Kyle passing well east of the coast of North Carolina, heading toward eastern New England and the Canadian Maritimes
A hurricane watch remains in effect for the coast of Maine from Stonington eastward to Eastport. A hurricane watch is also in effect for southwestern Nova Scotia Canada.
Kyle becomes hurricane; tropical storm warning issued for coast of Maine
by NOLA.com
Saturday September 27, 2008, 3:44 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
A hurricane watch remains in effect for the coast of Maine from Stonington eastward to Eastport. A hurricane watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 36 hours.
A tropical storm watch remains in effect for the coast of Maine south of Port Clyde to Cape Elizabeth, including the Portland area. A tropical storm watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 36 hours.
The government of Canada has issued a hurricane watch and a tropical storm warning for southwestern Nova Scotia. A tropical storm watch remains in effect for the remainder of Nova Scotia, and for southwestern New Brunswick.
At 4 p.m., the government of Bermuda has discontinued the tropical storm warning for Bermuda.
Interests elsewhere in New England and the Canadian Maritimes should monitor the progress of of Kyle.
At 4 p.m., the center of Hurricane Kyle was located near latitude 34.3 north, longitude 69.7 west, about 315 miles west-northwest of Bermuda and about 485 miles south of Nantucket, Massachusetts.
Kyle is moving toward the north near 23 mph. A gradual turn toward the north-northeast is expected tonight and Sunday. On the forecast track, the center of Kyle is forecast to be near eastern New England or the Canadian Maritimes late Sunday.
Reports from an Air Force Reserve hurricane hunter aircraft indicate that maximum sustained winds have increased to near 75 mph with higher gusts. Kyle is a category one hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale. Some additional strengthening is possible during the next 24 hours.
Continue reading "Kyle becomes hurricane; tropical storm warning issued for coast of Maine" »Kyle accelerating northward, little change in strength
by National Hurricane Center
Saturday September 27, 2008, 12:55 PM
A hurricane watch is in effect for the coast of Maine from stonington to eastport. A hurricane watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 36 hours.
A tropical storm watch is in effect for the coast of Maine south of stonington to cape elizabeth, including the portland area. A tropical storm watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 36 hours.
A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Bermuda.
The government of Canada has issued a tropical storm watch for Nova Scotia and southwestern New Brunswick.
Interests elsewhere in New England and the Canadian Maritimes should monitor the progress of of Kyle.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Kyle passing west of Bermuda, watches issued for the coast of Maine
by National Hurricane Center
Saturday September 27, 2008, 9:45 AM
At 10:00 a.m. CDT a hurricane watch is in effect for the coast of Maine from stonington to eastport. A hurricane watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 36 hours.
At 10:00 a.m. CDT a tropical storm watch is in effect for the coast of Maine south of Stonington to Cape Elizabeth, including the portland area. A tropical storm watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 36 hours.
A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Bermuda.
Interests elsewhere in new england and the canadian maritimes should monitor the progress of of kyle.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Kyle to remain west of Bermuda
by National Hurricane Center
Saturday September 27, 2008, 6:37 AM
Kyle passing well to the west of Bermuda but producing squally weather on the island,
A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Bermuda.
Watches or warnings may be required later this morning for portions of coastal New England and the canadian maritimes.
For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local weather office.
Kyle nearing hurricane strength, heading northward
by NOLA.com
Friday September 26, 2008, 10:10 PM
Interests in coastal New England and the Canadian Maritimes should closely monitor the progress of Kyle.
A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Bermuda.
At 10 p.m., the center of tropical storm Kyle was located near latitude 29.4 north, longitude 68.8 west, about 310 miles southwest of Bermuda.
Kyle has increased his forward speed and is now moving toward the north near 15 mph. This general motion, with an additional increase in forward speed, is expected through Saturday. A turn toward the north-northeast is expected Saturday night or Sunday. On this track, the core of Kyle and the strongest winds are forecast to remain west of Bermuda.
Kyle moving northward with little change in strength
by NOLA.com
Friday September 26, 2008, 7:03 PM
A tropical storm warning remain in effect for Bermuda. A tropical storm warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected within the warning area within the next 24 hours.
Interests in the northeastern United States and the Canadian Maritimes region should closely monitor the progress of Kyle.
At 7 p.m., the center of tropical storm Kyle was located near latitude 28.2 north, longitude 68.7 west, about 375 miles southwest of Bermuda.
Kyle has been moving on a general northward track near 13 mph. This motion is expected to continue tonight with an increase in forward speed on Saturday. A turn toward the north-northeast is expected Saturday night or Sunday. On this track, the center of Kyle and the strongest winds are forecast to remain west of Bermuda.
Center of Kyle wobbling, could be hurricane by Saturday
by NOLA.com
Friday September 26, 2008, 3:45 PM
A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Bermuda. A tropical storm warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected within the warning area within the next 24 hours.
Interests in the northeastern United States and the Canadian Maritimes region should closely monitor the progress of Kyle.
At 4 p.m., the center of tropical storm Kyle was located near latitude 27.6 north, longitude 68.7 west, about 400 miles southwest of Bermuda.
Corps' hurricane office gets new leader
by Sheila Grissett, The Times-Picayune
Friday September 26, 2008, 11:18 AM
Col. Jeff Bedey will turn over the reigns of the corps' hurricane protection office to Col. Michael McCormick today.Col. Michael McCormick assumes command of the Army Corps of Engineers' Hurricane Protection Office today from retiring Col. Jeff Bedey, the man chosen after Hurricane Katrina to help repair and improve the region's battered hurricane protection system.
McCormick will officially take over today after a noon ceremony at corps district headquarters in New Orleans.
Brig. Gen. Michael J. Walsh, commander of the corps' Mississippi Valley Division and president of the Mississippi River Commission, will transfer
the colors to McCormick. A long-time military tradition, it symbolizes the transfer of authority from one commander to the next.
Kyle continuing north-northwestward
by NOLA.com
Friday September 26, 2008, 9:52 AM
At 10 a.m., the center of Tropical Storm Kyle was located near latitude 26.4 N, longitude 68.8 W or about 475 miles south-southwest of Bermuda.
Kyle is moving toward the north-northwest near 13 mph. This general motion is expected to continue with an increase in forward speed through tonight, with a turn toward the north expected on Saturday. On this track, the center of Kyle and the strongest winds are forecast to remain west of Bermuda.
Corps team digs for clues about seepage at 17th Street Canal
by Sheila Grissett, The Times-Picayune
Friday September 26, 2008, 8:06 AM
An Army Corps of Engineers team dug four trenches Thursday in a section of levee on the east side of the 17th Street Canal, searching for the source of water that sporadically bubbles up between the floodwall and Bellaire Drive.
Continue reading "Corps team digs for clues about seepage at 17th Street Canal" »Kyle getting stronger, tropical storm watch for Bermuda
by NOLA.com
Friday September 26, 2008, 6:49 AM
At 4 a.m., the center of Tropical Storm Kyle was located near latitude 25.6 N, longitude 68.3 W or about 510 miles south-southwest of Bermuda.
Kyle is moving toward the north near 12 mph. A turn toward the north-northwest accompanied by a gradual increase in forward speed is expected later today and on Saturday. On this track, the center of Kyle and the strongest winds are forecast to remain west of Bermuda.
Tropical Storm Kyle moves north, may become hurricane
by NOLA.com
Thursday September 25, 2008, 11:32 PM
At 10 p.m., the center of Tropical Storm Kyle was located near latitude 24.8 north, longitude 68.0 west, about 555 miles south-southwest of Bermuda.
Interests in Bermuda should monitor the progress of Kyle.
Kyle is moving toward the north near 13 mph, and this general motion is expected to continue over the next two days. On this track, Kyle is expected to remain west of Bermuda.
Tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 105 miles to the north and east of the center.
Road Home fix falls short
by David Hammer, The Times-Picayune
Thursday September 25, 2008, 9:18 PM
As soon as Louisiana homeowners could take stock of Hurricanes Gustav and Ike, thousands of them had to turn their attention back to the Road Home program and their ongoing efforts to collect grants to repair damage caused three years ago by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Tropical Storm Kyle forms
by NOLA.com
Thursday September 25, 2008, 3:40 PM
Information from the National Weather Service
Interests in Bermuda should monitor the progress of Kyle.
Reports from an Air Force Reserve hurricane hunter aircraft and satellite images indicate that the low pressure area that moved northward from Hispaniola has developed into a tropical storm.
At 4 p.m., the center of Tropical Storm Kyle was located near latitude 23.5 north, longitude 68.3 west, about 645 miles south-southwest of Bermuda.
Kyle is moving toward the north near 8 mph, and this general motion is expected to continue during the next 48 hours.
Tropical system may develop over the weekend
by National Hurricane Center
Thursday September 25, 2008, 9:23 AM
The low pressure system centered about 150 miles east-northeast of Grand Turk Island is moving northward at 10 to 15 mph.
Continue reading "Tropical system may develop over the weekend" »U.S. House approves disaster aid bill
by Bruce Alpert, The Times-Picayune
Thursday September 25, 2008, 8:40 AM
WASHINGTON -- Louisiana would be able to tap into a $6.5 billion block grant designed to help communities recover from disasters if the Senate passes a massive spending bill approved Wednesday by the House.
Continue reading "U.S. House approves disaster aid bill" »More than 60,500 file for unemployment after Hurricanes Gustav, Ike
by Ed Anderson, The Times-Picayune
Thursday September 25, 2008, 8:35 AM
BATON ROUGE -- More than 60,500 workers who say they have been left jobless by Hurricanes Gustav and Ike have filed for unemployment benefits as October deadlines loom for applying for the aid, state officials said Wednesday.
Continue reading "More than 60,500 file for unemployment after Hurricanes Gustav, Ike" »FEMA takes new role in post-storm repairs from Hurricanes Gustav and Ike
by David Hammer, The Times-Picayune
Thursday September 25, 2008, 8:31 AM
The Federal Emergency Management Agency reports it has completed more than 127,000 inspections of Louisiana houses and apartments hit by Hurricanes Gustav and Ike, part of its expanded role in doling out home repair grants.
Continue reading "FEMA takes new role in post-storm repairs from Hurricanes Gustav and Ike" »Conditions remain favorable for system's development
by Gary Scheets
Wednesday September 24, 2008, 9:35 AM
Showers and thunderstorms associated with the broad area of low pressure over Hispaniola have decreased somewhat this morning.
Hurricanes Gustav and Ike hit state fishing industry hard
by Chris Kirkham, The Times-Picayune
Tuesday September 23, 2008, 9:40 PM
Royal Trosclair is the son of a fisherman, and currently works aboard the Kimmi Alayna, a shrimp boat out of Dulac.Click here to view more Times-Picayune photos.
DULAC -- At the height of the fall shrimp season, nets are dry and hulls are empty on the scores of boats that line Bayou Grand Caillou.
Continue reading "Hurricanes Gustav and Ike hit state fishing industry hard" »